Riverbend Comunidad
Located in South Park, Riverbend Comunidad marks the first phase of a brand-new 22-home Habitat community designed for connection, access, and long-term stability. Just steps from the Seattle Public Library, the Duwamish River People’s Park, local restaurants, and half a block from the 132 bus line, these homes offer easy access to Downtown Seattle and Burien.
Once complete, Riverbend Comunidad will feature 22 new, permanently affordable units.
Applications are currently open for community referrals only. Applications will open to the public in early 2027. Please sign up for our mailing list to get notified when we open future applications.
About Riverbend Comunidad
Homes at a Glance
Riverbend Comunidad Phase I offers thoughtfully designed, permanently affordable homes for households ready to put down roots in South Park.
This first phase includes five homes total, featuring a mix of two- and three-bedroom layouts, able to accommodate maximum household sizes of 4 or 6 people respectively.
- Two 2-bedroom homes:
- 1 bathroom
- 720–800 sq. ft.
- No minimum household size
- Three 3-bedroom homes:
- 2 bathrooms
- 900–1,250 sq. ft.
- Minimum household size: 3
Everyday Essentials
Each Riverbend Comunidad home is designed with everyday comfort and long-term livability in mind.
All homes include a dedicated parking space and brand-new appliances, offering a fresh, move-in-ready starting point for future homeowners. Thoughtful layouts prioritize function and ease, creating spaces that support daily routines while leaving room to settle in, grow, and make the home your own.
Shared Spaces & Getting Around
The community includes shared community space that offers room to gather, connect, and build a sense of belonging right at home.
Residents will be just half a block from the Metro 132 bus route, a regular King County Metro service that connects South Park with key destinations between Downtown Seattle and the Burien Transit Center. From this nearby stop, residents can ride directly into downtown Seattle for work or play, or head south toward Burien and surrounding communities.
About South Park
***For your own safety, please do not step foot on the construction site. This is an active construction site.***
Located in one of Seattle’s most vibrant and close-knit neighborhoods, Riverbend Comunidad sits in the heart of South Park.
Known for its strong community spirit and easy access to outdoor spaces, South Park offers a mix of neighborhood charm and city connectivity. Residents are within walking distance of the Seattle Public Library, the Duwamish River People’s Park, and a variety of local restaurants and small businesses that give the neighborhood its character.
Financial Information
The 2-bedroom homes will be priced starting at $300k; the estimated all-inclusive monthly payments for these homes will be between $2,240 – $3,720. The 3-bedroom homes will be priced starting at $325k; the estimated all-inclusive monthly payments for these homes will be between $2,390 – $4,200. Habitat requires our homebuyers to finance the purchase of their home with a mortgage. These payment ranges include mortgage payments, estimated property taxes, estimated homeowner’s insurance, and estimated HOA dues. Please see HOA section below for more details.
Your specific monthly payment will be based on your income and household size. Homebuyers must show that they can afford this payment without being cost-burdened.
Applicants must show that they have at least $5,000 (for 2-bedrooms) or $6,000 (for 3-bedrooms) for the minimum required cash contribution at the time of applying. Your exact cash contribution may be higher depending on your specific financial situation. Additionally, if you have over $20,000 in liquid assets*, you must contribute all but $20,000 of your liquid assets towards your cash contribution. For example, if you have $30,000 in savings, you would need to contribute $10,000, keeping $20,000 in your savings.
*”Liquid assets” means money that you have immediate access to in accounts such as checking & savings accounts, or money market accounts that you can withdraw from without penalty. This does not include money in stocks, bonds, IRAs, 401ks, life insurance, annuities, or physical assets.
| Household Size | Maximum Income Limit |
|---|---|
| 1 | $81,700 |
| 2 | $93,350 |
| 3 | $105,000 |
| 4 | $116,650 |
| 5 | $126,000 |
| 6 | $135,350 |
Homeowners Association
These homes will be part of a Homeowners Association (HOA). A Homeowners Association is a non-profit corporation that is democratically run by owners within the community. Owners pool resources (through monthly dues) and agree on what to use the money for, whether it be upkeep of common spaces, exterior maintenance of homes, or other priorities.
To learn more, please visit our HOA information page.
Riverbend Comunidad: A New Build Takes Shape
Riverbend Comunidad is in its early stages, with initial site work underway on this new community in South Park.
The image comparison below, from July 2025 to January 2026, offers a look at the earliest signs of change on site. It serves as a reminder that affordable homeownership is built intentionally, one step at a time.
Once complete, Riverbend Comunidad will feature 22 new, permanently affordable units.
What’s The Latest?
With early groundwork underway, Riverbend Comunidad is entering its next phase of activity. Construction is ramping up as the site prepares to welcome volunteers for a winter 2026 kickoff—an important step in bringing this South Park community to life.
This section will be updated regularly as work continues and new milestones are reached, documenting Riverbend Comunidad’s progress as it moves closer to welcoming future homeowners.
Imagining the Finished Community
Before the final touches are in place, this exterior rendering offers a look at what’s ahead. This shows how homes at Riverbend Comunidad are designed to feel once complete — community-oriented, thoughtfully laid out, and built for everyday comfort.
This is the future we’re building toward: a permanent home in South Park, designed to support stability for generations.
The Bigger Picture
Why Projects like Riverbend Comunidad Matter
Riverbend Comunidad totals 19,250 square feet, with a development budget of $13.65 million.
Across Washington state, housing costs continue to outpace incomes. Today, more than half of renter households and nearly one in four homeowner households are considered cost burdened, meaning they spend an unsustainable portion of their income on housing.
In King County, the challenge is especially acute. As of May 2025, the median price of a single-family home reached $1.03 million. With a typical 20% down payment, a household would need an annual income of roughly $250,000 to afford homeownership — putting it out of reach for many working families.
As housing costs rise, many neighbors face displacement, pushing them farther from jobs, schools, and the communities they call home. At the same time, construction costs continue to climb, and the region faces a severe shortage of affordable housing options.
The Housing Continuum
The housing continuum illustrates how different housing options are supported over time. Emergency shelter, transitional housing, and rental housing typically rely on ongoing subsidies to remain affordable year after year. Habitat for Humanity’s work sits at a different point on the continuum: affordable homeownership.
Through a one-time subsidy, Habitat homes are made accessible upfront and then remain permanently affordable, allowing homeowners to build stability and equity without requiring continued public subsidy. This model creates long-term affordability while opening the door for future households to do the same.
How We Build
Habitat for Humanity Seattle–King & Kittitas Counties uses a flexible, mission-driven approach to meet the growing need for affordable housing. Depending on project size and complexity, homes are built through a combination of volunteer-powered construction, subcontracted builds, and partnerships with general contractors.
At Riverbend Comunidad, homes are built through Habitat-led construction, powered by our on-site construction team alongside AmeriCorps members and dedicated volunteers. Together, this model reflects Habitat’s hands-on approach — blending skilled leadership with community participation to build high-quality, permanently affordable homes in Seattle that are designed to last for generations.
Stay In Touch
This community represents what’s possible when affordability, access, and long-term stability are built into the foundation of a community. Whether you’re exploring homeownership, learning more about the project, or seeking additional details, we’re here to help. For questions about this community, the application process, or partnership opportunities, please contact us at apply@habitatskc.org — our team is happy to connect and provide more information.